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Meaning of was inferior
The phrase "was inferior" refers to something that is of lower quality or rank than another.
Etymology of was inferior
The word "inferior" has its roots in Latin, where "inferior" means "lower" or "beneath"
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is lower in quality, rank, or status
Historically, the word has been used in various contexts, including biology, anatomy, and social hierarchy
Synonyms
subpar
mediocre
poor
inadequate
insufficient
unacceptable
second-rate
low-quality
defective
flawed
imperfect
weak
feeble
ineffective
inefficient
unimpressive
unremarkable
uninspiring
lacking
deficient
substandard
inferior
bad
awful
terrible
pathetic
miserable
wretched
dismal
abysmal
dire
horrible
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "inferior" can be defined as:
- + Lower in quality, rank, or status
- + Less good or effective than something else
- + Having a lower or less important position in a hierarchy
- * Additional definitions from Oxford Languages include:
- + Biology: having a lower or less complex structure or organization
- + Anatomy: situated below or nearer to the feet
Usage Examples
- The new employee was inferior to his predecessor in terms of experience and skills
- * The inferior quality of the product was evident in its poor performance
- * The company's inferior marketing strategy led to a decline in sales